Dermatologists will present new research on nutrition’s role in skin aging alongside updates on hair health, acne, and chronic inflammatory diseases.
As interest grows in how lifestyle factors can influence appearance, dermatologists are examining how diet may affect the internal and structural changes that contribute to skin aging. Emerging research on nutrition and skin aging will be among the topics discussed at the 2026 American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Meeting, held March 27-31 in Denver, Colorado.
Lawrence J. Green, MD, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist and clinical professor of dermatology at George Washington University School of Medicine, will define “skin aging” and explore the internal changes that can lead to wrinkles, loss of elasticity, and other visible signs of aging. He will also examine nutritional factors that may influence these changes.
“Skin aging is influenced by a complex interaction of a number of factors,” says Green in a release. “Emerging research suggests that nutrition may play a meaningful role in supporting skin health and potentially reducing some visible signs of aging. This is an opportunity to examine how evidence-based dietary strategies complement dermatologic care and how dermatologists can better partner with patients to improve skin health, discuss desired outcomes, and create a personalized treatment plan.”
Hair Health Across Life Changes
Paradi Mirmirani, MD, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist and associate clinical professor at the University of California, San Francisco, will discuss how hormonal changes affect hair health, including changes before and during menopause.
Oyetewa Asempa, MD, FAAD, assistant professor of dermatology and director of the Skin of Color Clinic at Baylor College of Medicine, will present on how hair care practices can influence treatment outcomes, particularly for patients with curly or coily hair types.
Personalized Approaches to Acne
Dawn Eichenfield, MD, FAAD, PhD, a dermatologist at Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego and assistant clinical professor at the University of California, San Diego, will discuss how pediatric acne and rosacea differ from adult disease and the importance of early diagnosis and individualized treatment.
Alexandra Y. Zhang, MD, FAAD, a dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon at Lucent Dermatology and Skin Surgery Center in Ohio, will present on tailored approaches to acne scar treatment across different skin types.
Inflammation and Overall Health
Carmen M. Salavastru, MD, PhD, a dermatologist and professor at Colentina Clinical Hospital in Bucharest, will explore how chronic inflammatory skin conditions such as psoriasis and atopic dermatitis may be linked to cardiovascular risk.
Jennifer Soung, MD, FAAD, director of clinical research at Southern California Dermatology, will discuss psoriasis as a systemic inflammatory disease and its connections to obesity and comorbidities, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and joint pain.
The meeting will include nearly 330 educational sessions led by more than 800 dermatologists, covering emerging research and clinical strategies related to skin, hair, and nail health.
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